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Long Beach Signature US Coin Sale 1259 7-8 Sep 2017
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Proof Shield Nickels
1866 5C Rays PR66+ PCGS. CAC. The Guide Book reports an estimated mintage of 600+ proof nickels with the first-year Rays design. Official totals were not kept for minor proof coinage during that period. The devices are frosted and produce moderate contrast against the exceptionally clean and brightly reflective fields. Eye appeal is excellent. Population: 42 in 66 (2 in 66+), 45 finer including Cameo and Deep Cameo. CAC: 5 in 66, 14 finer (7/17).
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1866 5C Rays PR66+ PCGS. CAC. The Guide Book reports an estimated mintage of 600+ proof nickels with the first-year Rays design. Official totals were not kept for minor proof coinage during that period. The devices are frosted and produce moderate contrast against the exceptionally clean and brightly reflective fields. Eye appeal is excellent. Population: 42 in 66 (2 in 66+), 45 finer including Cameo and Deep Cameo. CAC: 5 in 66, 14 finer (7/17).
HID02901242017